School Business Manager - Waimea Heights Primary School - 980941

Department for Education, Children and Young People; Hobart; On-site; AUD 115,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport for DECYP employees

Wellbeing Connect counselling services

Career growth pathways

Job summary

Waimea Heights Primary School in Tasmania is seeking a School Business Manager to oversee financial, facility and staffing administration. You will advise the Principal and staff on administrative management to support effective delivery and continuous improvement across the school.

The role is permanent, full-time (73.5 hours per fortnight) with a start date of 18 January 2027, offering pathway growth and staff wellbeing initiatives through DECYP programs.

Qualifications

• Current Tasmanian RWVP registration with Employment status.
• Qualification or studies in human resources, business studies or accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and co-ordinate school administrative services including financial, facility and staffing resources.
• Provide advice and support to the Principal and staff on administrative management to improve outcomes.

Education

Tasmanian RWVP registration (Work with Vulnerable People)

HR / Business Studies / Accounting qualification

Job description

School Business Manager - Waimea Heights Primary School - 980941

Department for Education, Children and Young People
Schools and Early Years
Schools (Southern Region)

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 22 November, 2026 11:55 PM

Sunday 22 November, 2026 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Tasmanian State Service Award - SBM Level 3

$115,215 to $121,906 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

South

Manage and co-ordinate school administrative services including those relating to the general management of financial, facility and staffing resources. Provide advice and support to the Principal and staff on the administrative management of the school, contributing to the effective delivery, development and continuous improvement of administrative services and outcomes.

The Team

Waimea Heights Primary School is a respected and aspirational Kinder to year 6 school in Sandy Bay, renowned for academic excellence, inclusive practices and strong community partnerships. With dedicated staff, outstanding facilities and a diverse student population, Waimea provides a dynamic environment where students and staff can thrive.

About the Role

Manage and co-ordinate school administrative services including those relating to the general management of financial, facility and staffing resources. Provide advice and support to the Principal and staff on the administrative management of the school, contributing to the effective delivery, development and continuous improvement of administrative services and outcomes.

We are offering

• Ongoing - Start date of 18 January 2027
• Full-time,73.5 hours per fortnight
• Pathways to grow your career

Fitness Passport provides DECYP employees with discounted access to 50+ facilities across the state, helping you and your family meet your fitness goals!

Wellbeing Connect is DECYP’s pathway to free confidential counselling services. Wellbeing Connect isn’t just for when things get tough. It’s designed to support your wellbeing every day – helping you to stay on track, build healthy habits, and access expert advice across a range of areas important for your overall wellbeing

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

We are looking for

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment
• Qualification or studies in relevant areas e.g. human resources, business studies or accounting

Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.

Our goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

Our values of Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility represent the foundation of our department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensure bright lives positive futures for every child and young person in Tasmania.

We bring our values to life through our everyday behaviours and actions. We want to attract, recruit and retain people who uphold these values and are committed to building a strong values-based culture.

Department for Education, Children and Young People